Senior Professional Engineer

Sonoco • Hartsville, SC

5d

About The Position

From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. While reporting to the Associate Director of Engineering, you will provide Electrical Engineering support to approximately 70 plants throughout the Division. The successful candidate must work closely with the Plant Managers, Plant Maintenance Managers, and Capital Project Engineering teams to provide engineering solutions and support.

Requirements

• We expect you to maintain advanced computer skills (word, spread sheets, CAD, project management software, etc.)
• We expect you to have a solid understanding of Arc Flash requirements for industrial applications.
• We expect you to have a solid knowledge of the NEC.
• We expect you to have experience working with industrial electrical distribution from 5kVAC to 120VAC, motor controls, plant lighting, and coordinated drive controls.
• We expect you to be able to assist mills in electrical troubleshooting when required.
• We expect you to have prior Project Management experience
• a BS degree in Electrical Engineering
• a Professional Engineering Certification in Electrical Engineering
• at least 10 years of electrical power distribution experience including power system troubleshooting and design.

Responsibilities

• You will work on large- and small-scale initiatives with minimal direct supervisor oversight.
• You will act as an Electrical Engineer supporting Capital projects through design and implementation.
• You must be willing to work the hours necessary to complete objectives which may include: weekends, extended hours, and travel away from home 20-30% of the time.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees